2005 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 525 | G37 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |